Latest articles by Erin Burt
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Conquer Your Fear of Investing
Investor Psychology Afraid to start investing? Here are five tricks to help you succeed.
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Lessons I've Learned From Being Broke
credit & debt Years of struggling to get ahead have been a blessing in disguise. Here are six principles to a fulfilling financial life no matter how little you have.
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Love Your Money. It Will Love You Back
Investor Psychology How to build a fulfilling long-term relationship with your finances.
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Undercover Job Hunting
business Ready to move on? Follow these 12 dos and don'ts for job searching discreetly when you're employed.
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How Useful Are Financial Rules of Thumb?
savings These guidelines are often touted as gospel truth. Do they point you in the right direction -- or lead you astray? Take our quiz to find out.
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Need Help Meeting Financial Goals? Get a Money Buddy
Budgeting Involving others in your 2008 goal-setting can boost your odds of success.
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Three Simple Steps to Financial Security
Financial Planning Financial planning doesn't have to be complicated. This easy-to-follow strategy will help you meet your needs today and tomorrow.
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Six Ways to Make the Most of Your Job
business With the right moves, even a menial job could be a springboard to the position of your dreams.
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Behold the Miracle of Compounding
savings When you're young, you have an asset money can't buy: TIME. Start saving now and turn pocket change into riches.
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Exorcise Your Money Demons
credit & debt Are these six inner devils sabotaging your finances?
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Cutting the Financial Umbilical Cord
savings Still tied to your parents' purse strings? Learn how to take control of your finances with confidence.
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Five Great Money Books for Young Adults
savings These easy-to-understand books will give you a solid grasp of personal finance -- with a healthy dose of kick-in-the-pants inspiration.
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Get Ahead in a Starter City
business It's nearly impossible to get ahead financially while living in certain metropolitan hotspots. Get your footing in an affordable location instead.
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Just Say No to Credit Cards
credit & debt Too many college students are addicted to plastic. Here's why you should ignore the credit card solicitations -- for now.
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Fabulous Freebies
spending Put your wallet away. Here are 26 valuable goods and services that don't cost a thing.
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Entertainment for Less
spending Just because you're broke doesn't mean you can't go out. These six strategies will help you snag discount -- or even free -- admission to concerts, plays, sports matches or other events.
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30-Minute Investing Start-Up Kit
Financial Planning In the time it takes you to watch your favorite sitcom, you can jumpstart your financial future. We give you the step-by-step specifics you need to get started investing right now.
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Put Your Finances on Autopilot
Financial Planning Keeping track of your money can be a daunting task. We show you six ways to set-and-forget your daily finances.
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How to Have a Smooth Move
real estate Can't afford a full-service mover? Learn ten ways to save money -- and your sanity -- when moving yourself.
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Life as a Boomerang Kid
Budgeting More young adults are returning to the nest. Is it the right move for you? We show you how to make the arrangement work for everyone involved.
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Decoding Your Benefits
college What\'s the difference between an HMO and PPO? Should I invest in a 401(k)? What the heck is a mutual fund anyway? We answer your questions on everything you wish you had learned in school -- but didn\'t -- about making the most of your health insura
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Finding Housing
real estate How can you find cheap -- or even free -- housing? What's the secret to finding a good roommate? How can you furnish your place cheaply but chicly? We answer your questions on everything you wish you had learned in school -- but didn't -- about makin
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Having Fun With Your Money
spending What's the best way to book cheap travel? How can you snag discount tickets to concerts, plays and other events? Should you go into debt to buy an engagement ring? Money doesn't have to be boring. We will help you make smart decisions when love, trav
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Getting Around
Smart Buying What is the least expensive car to own? How can you save money on car insurance? How can you get the best gas mileage? We answer your questions on everything you wish you had learned in school -- but didn't -- about the economics of getting from one
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